SS.7.C.3.10 Sources of Law Review

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This type of law deals with public safety, civilian crime, punishment, and justice.

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criminal

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This type of law includes a specialized code that deals with certain situations involving those in the armed forces.

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military

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Connie Hargrave’s tree fell in the storm last week and damaged the car of her neighbor, Andy Collin. Connie did not have insurance that covered this type of accident and has not paid Andy for the damage. Andy decides to sue Connie in court. Which type of law does this deal with?

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civil

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Which type of law focuses on interpreting (explaining) the U.S. Constitution, the limit's of government power and individual rights?

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constitutional law

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Laws passed by legislative or lawmaking branches of government like a Parliament, Congress or a state legislature are called?

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statutory law

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What type of law, after the year 1066, was formed by English judges looking at past court cases to make new court decisions?

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common law

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A ________________________ is a serious crime and may result in prison or even death depending on the severity.

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felony

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All of the following are considered misdemeanors except: speeding, vandalism, stealing, writing bad checks

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speeding

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A disagreement brought to the courts for a resolution

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lawsuit

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When a soldier failed to return to base after going on leave, he was charged and brought to trial for being AWOL.

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Military Law